Plant Operator I Wastewater

NEW BRAUNFELS UTILITIES; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

NEW BRAUNFELS UTILITIES in New Braunfels, TX is seeking a Plant Operator I for our wastewater treatment facilities. The role focuses on learning to operate the North and South Kuehler facilities and associated equipment.

You will perform routine tests, monitor SCADA, log readings, and assist with minor maintenance under supervision. Training is provided for license progression and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Ability to work flexible hours including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust wastewater equipment under supervision.
• Perform routine process control tests and record results.
• Monitor SCADA and respond to alarms.
• Assist with maintenance and cleaning of plant equipment.
• Record data and maintain logs daily.

Skills

Adaptability

Safety awareness

SCADA monitoring

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SCADA system

Logbooks & spreadsheets

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Staff Wastewater Treatment Plant, New Braunfels, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1845

Salary Range: $21.41 To $27.30 Hourly

Position Summary

The Plant Operator I is an entry-level position that focuses on achieving competency through learning and understanding a variety of technical work utilized for the operation of New Braunfels Utilities' wastewater

treatment systems, including the North and South Kuehler, Gruene Road, and Sam C. McKenzie treatment facilities.

Under supervision of Plant Operator II, III, or Sr., operates and adjusts controls on wastewater treatment equipment and machinery such as valves, pumps, chlorinators, chemical feeders, motors, and other

equipment

Performs process control laboratory tests for chlorine residuals, pH, temperature, ammonia, phosphorus, TSS, and dissolved oxygen as necessary

Inspects and performs minor maintenance of treatment plant equipment

Assists PdM Techs with major repair work when required

Performs general housekeeping duties at wastewater treatment sites

Cleans and removes algae from clarifier troughs and skims floatable solids from processes

Monitors wastewater system through SCADA system and reacts to alarms within the system

Records and logs meter readings, hour readings, chemical usage, maintenance activities, operating conditions, and other pertinent information daily

Performs daily rounds at treatment plants to monitor and inspect treatment equipment and machinery

Calibrates and verifies accuracy of treatment plant analyzers and laboratory equipment at required intervals

Records data and operating conditions in appropriate spreadsheets or logbooks

Moves 30-yd trailers to level biosolids in belt filter press process

Uses skid steer to remove screened solids from barscreen and fine screen areas

Assist in the change out of one-ton chlorine and sulfur dioxide cylinders

Other duties as assigned

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain regular attendance; leave schedule should be managed so as to not interfere with ability to accomplish tasks, including special projects and assignments with deadlines

Adhere to NBU safety guidelines and practices at all times and in all situations

Maintain a clean and safe work area, field site and vehicle as applicable

Develop & maintain effective customer service skills for communications with co-workers, customers and the public in general

Maintain strict confidentiality of business, employee and customer information in written and oral communications and safeguard sensitive documents

Adhere to NBU policies and procedures

Exemplifies NBU Core Values of Integrity, Stewardship, Culture, Team and Safety

Participate in and support initiatives to reach annual NBU Performance Measures.

Formal Education and Work Experience Requirements

Degree/Diploma Obtained: High School Diploma/GED

Work Experience Time Frame: No Experience

Required Field of Study: General Studies

Certification and Licensures Requirements

Employee must obtain a Class 'D' Wastewater Operator License within one year of employment

Class 'C' Wastewater Operator License must be obtained prior to expiration of the 'D' Water Operator License

Class 'C' Driver’s License

Other Minimum Qualifications

• Flexibility in available hours, including holidays, weekends, and/or after hours is required.
• Must reside within a forty-five-minute response time of the NBU Service Center as measured by an internet mapping tool
• Pass a medical evaluation and fit test in accordance with OSHA standards for respirator use (29 CFR 1910.134).